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Newspaper
Singleton Argus And Upper Hunter General Advocate
Location
Singleton, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1879
Page
2
The piece laments Afghan treachery and draws the line to British resolve. It recalls the Afghanistan war context, urging righting of wrongs and punishment for traitors as imperial policy. Names like Britain and Afghanistan frame a period voice advocating firm action.
A lengthy report describes recurring stormless weeks, closing in on crops and stock feeding. Amid warnings of shortages, authorities note frigid mornings and overcast skies. Citizens face rising prices and strained supply chains as forecasters predict continued unsettled weather into the week.
The fragmentary record shows a police court session in Singleton with Daniel Menars and others hearing a hat theft accusation. Frank Martyn is charged with stealing a hat. testimony by Thomas Hickey and other details imply confusion and incomplete memory about the incident on Julia Street near the Mechanics' Hall. The narrative is tangled with garbled names and unclear outcomes.
Police report details a card game at the White Swan Bar where Cribbage was played amid claims of casual drinking. Witnesses describe no betting or wildly heated behavior, while Sgt Webb records statements from Moore and others about the game and its purpose.
In the case of Davis Geant against Mary Reith for larceny the court ordered fresh information to be prepared due to doubt over the defendant's name. The new information targeted Mary Greamer as the accused.
Mr J M Waddy delivered a gold medal to M Munro for a colony government award at the Harris Exposition. The diploma, while artistically designed, bears an inscription in French and English noting the award and the exhibitor's name, Alexander Munro of Nouvelle Galle.
An Irish letter discusses management of the show, the steward work, and judges. It criticizes unpaid tasks, calls for fair pay, and notes issues with exhibition space, refreshments, and arrangements for visitors including women and children. It urges improvements for the next show.
A damaged note from the Patras Point Jockey Club expresses regret at no meeting this year. It notes animated members, urges renewed discussion for the season, and praises long-serving officers including the Secretary and Treasurer despite recent misgivings.
A large crowd gathered at a North scene Saturday as a rail line worker was placed on the rail and treated for injuries. Witnesses described a tense scene with police and bystanders regarding the cause and future safety measures.
A rambled column recalls a recent picnic for Inter national Exhibition delegates and local MPs. It notes lively discussions, speeches, and toasts amid a pleasant day with showers, praising foreign guests, though it criticizes a speaker for disparaging the premier. The piece ends with a sharp, unusual digression on marriage markets and gender roles.
A schoolboy suffered a grievous kick to the abdomen from a trusted teacher over mild disobedience. The assault, described as barbaric, occurred despite the teacher's Christian duties and position. The boy is now out of danger and parents fear the harm could have proven fatal.
A sham suicide plot at a low drinking establishment ends in the dramatic exposure of a gambling racketeer. A patron feigns despair and fires a pistol, collapsing as the crowd panics, then flees, leaving a concealed stash of marks. Police arrive as the con man reappears and fleeces are unmasked.
A fragmentary column reflects on mean remarks about tempera and borrowed items, noting misuse by certain individuals in prominent positions. The writer stresses intent to correct impropriety and mentions missed instances of contemptible behavior in localities far away.
Reports from Denison Ward cite claims of 200 to 300 dead voters over years. Sculler Michael Hush declines contributions for reloads in the internal boat race and refuses a celebratory dinner. A defamation suit is said to be pursued by Julen Juabert against the Agricultural Society. Heavy rains persist across counties. coasting steamers cannot sail and opening a rail line to Gonnedal is delayed until Thursday. The Bertha schooner wreck near Point Bees ends with all hands saved. A large find occurs at Big Hill near Wellington. Tax figures: Liabilities £20,551. Assets £18,900. Cattle and sheep markets steady. weather remains bad with 12s wages noted. Various horse and steeplechase results listed. rail advertisement hints at travel incentives and misused expenses.
Fragmentary telegrams recount mutiny at Cabal and attacks on the British residency. Reports detail the bombardment, the Armenian, Russian and Afghan movements, and the fate of General Carignan's party as British forces advance from Kabul toward Jellalabad and the Khyber Pass amid winter floods and political upheaval.
The bishop of Maitland addresses Catholic clergy about scripture lessons in government schools. He cites Irish history, claims Protestant indoctrination risks Catholic faith, and criticizes Dr. Whatley for undermining Catholic youth. He argues Catholic children cannot safely attend schools using the lessons. He notes Ireland's 1853 prohibition and urges adherence to Catholic doctrine.
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